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Google Maps getting detailed cycling route info and aerial view for landmarks

In addition to location sharing notifications, Google Maps is getting more detailed cycling route information and nearly 100 aerial views of iconic landmarks. Google has offered cycling directions for over 12 years now, and the company notes that the transport mode has “increased by more than 40% worldwide” in recent months.  New information will let you compare bike routes and get…
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Steven Spielberg directed and shot a music video on an iPhone

iPhone cameras have evolved so much that it’s not unusual to see directors using them to shoot music videos and even independent films. This time, none other than well-known film director Steven Spielberg chose an iPhone to shoot a music video in a partnership with singer…
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Kuo: Some iPhone 14 rear camera lenses suffering from ‘quality issues’

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported last week that some of Apple’s memory and panel suppliers are facing a shortage of components, which should result in a “limited impact” on iPhone 14 shipments this fall. In a new report, Kuo claims that Apple may once again have to change its suppliers as some rear camera lenses for the iPhone 14 have been suffering from “quality issues.” As detailed by…
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Pixel Buds Pro have an extended 30-day Google Store return policy

Ahead of the first units shipping for Thursday’s launch, it has emerged that the Google Store is giving the Pixel Buds Pro an extended 30-day return window. Like the majority of other retailers, the Google Store gives you 15 days to return most purchased items. However, there’s an exception for Nest thermostats, Verizon contract phones, and Pixel Pass devices that doubles the window. As…
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Google’s trade-in values for older Pixels skyrocket when buying Pixel 6a [U: Ends tomorrow]

For the next week, the Pixel 6a is available for pre-order in the US and the Google Store has a rather notable trade-in promotion that significantly increases the trade-in value of older Pixel phones. Update 7/26: As a reminder, the boosted trade-in expires on Wednesday (July 27, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. PT) before the Pixel 6a hits retail. You also have until then to get Pixel Buds A-Series for free…
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